TAGBILARAN CITY, Bohol — Bohol continued to strengthen its energy resilience through additional backup power capacity designed to help businesses, industries, and essential services remain operational during power disruptions.
The effort supports the province’s goal of attracting investments, encouraging economic growth, and ensuring a more reliable electricity supply for communities.
Power unit receives Governor’s Excellence Award
The Provincial Government of Bohol recognized Mapalad Power Corporation (MPC) Ubay, a subsidiary of Alsons Power Group, with the Governor’s Excellence Award during the 172nd Bohol Day Celebration in Tagbilaran City.
Bohol Governor Erico Aristotle “Aris” Aumentado presented the award to the company in recognition of its contribution to the province’s power reliability and economic stability.
Alsons Power Group CEO Antonio Miguel B. Alcantara said the company was honored to receive the recognition. He said the award reflects the company’s partnership with the provincial government in helping unlock Bohol’s potential and support economic progress through a stable and reliable power supply.
Backup plant supports Bohol during power disruptions
The recognition highlighted the partnership between the Provincial Government of Bohol and Alsons Power in providing backup electricity during grid disruptions and other emergencies.
MPC Ubay operates a 95.2-megawatt In-Island Diesel Baseload Backup Power Plant in Ubay, Bohol. The facility provides additional power capacity that can help maintain electricity service during emergencies and other grid problems. Its backup power support is important for essential services, businesses, and industries that need a stable electricity supply to continue their operations.
Power reliability supports economic growth
A reliable power supply plays an important role in Bohol’s continued economic development. Stable electricity helps businesses operate, supports industrial activities, and provides essential services with the power they need during unexpected disruptions.
The Governor’s Excellence Award also highlighted Alsons Power’s continued cooperation with the provincial government and local communities. Through this partnership, the company supports efforts toward sustainable and inclusive development while helping strengthen Bohol’s long-term energy resilience.
With additional backup power capacity in place, Bohol is better positioned to manage power disruptions while supporting its growing economy and attracting more investments.
